Separated momentarily by a fell beast and a ravine, the trio reunite as the trails converge in pursuit of Nalas at Slithon Mountain. Lynerin's falconette, Tiabhse, hatches and flies to reach her beloved mistress again. A new weapon of eyes in the skies for Kaleen against Nalas and his troops. Darius must seek out his sister to pass on vital information regarding Nalas. On his way to Kaleen, Darius finds his soulmate in Vitaria and asks her to become his wife. Teaming up with Kaleen and the others they run into a large Lorkian scouting party with tragic outcomes for all. Afterwards, all eyes turn to Elvenfeld as Nalas' new target is revealed for destruction and control of all. Sometimes one must pay attention to the "invisibles" in the room when you declare your intentions.